Cleveland State University
Career Services Center
2121 Euclid Avenue
Rhodes Tower West 280
Cleveland, OH 44115-2214
Campus Location
Rhodes Tower West 280
Office Hours
Monday - Friday
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Phone: 216.687.2233
Fax: 216.687.9313
careers@csuohio.edu
Web Content Contact
John Scanlan
j.scanlan@csuohio.edu
216.687.2233
Interviewing
An
interview can be likened to an audition or a final exam. Meeting an
employer face to face is your audition for the job. Just as a performer
must prepare for a performance, you must also rehearse for your appearance.
In addition, just as you would never walk in to a final exam without
having studied the course material, so you should never show up for
an interview without proper preparation.
Know what the employer is likely to ask as well as what you may ask the interviewer. Review the Knock Out Factors to be sure you do not sabotage yourself, and schedule a mock interview with the Career Services Center.
Mock Interviews
The Mock Interview Program is designed to help students and alumni effectively
prepare for an actual interview situation. Setting up a mock interview
is easy! You must come to the Career Services Center in Rhodes Tower
West, Room 280 to turn in a resume and schedule your interview. Click
here to view the Interview Preparation
Handbook. If you prefer, a copy of the handbook will be provided
when you drop off your resume and schedule your mock interview.
On the day of your mock interview allow an hour for the process. A general
15 to 20 minute interview will be videotaped with a Career Services
staff person acting as the interviewer. The videotape is then played
back for a discussion between you and your "interviewer".
Your "interviewer" will explain what you handled effectively
and the areas in which you need improvement. Not only is the mock interview
an excellent method for interviewing practice, but it also provides
an opportunity to view yourself---your presentation, image, and communication
skills.